Tribal African Art - Dan Mask

Former Belgian private collection.

Among African masks from Ivory Coast, Dan masks come in relatively similar shapes. The distinctions between them are usually found in the features of the eyes, mouth and headdress. The “zapkei ge” are masks whose role is to prevent fires by monitoring domestic fires. The tribal art collection comes from Guy Mercier, a consultant for the Solvay group, who began his collection in the early 20th century. During his work in West and Central Africa, he acquired works there. However, the bulk of his collection came from the "curiosity cabinets" that were popular in European capitals during the 1920s. Additionally, he acquired pieces from prestigious galleries in Paris, Brussels, London and New York. This collection was then entrusted to Mr. Jean Charles Mercier, the grandson of Guy Mercier.


Piece accompanied by its certificate of authenticity.
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